Have you ever been to a place where waves can be heard right into the confines of your own home? Where the sound of the sea is the white noise that echos incessantly, softly and delicately giving an almost musical touch to every conversation and every thought. If you ever find your self in a similar situation, chances are you are in Mossel Bay.
What really hits you immediately is the immense ocean and the jagged cliffs, or rocks you can say, perched on top of which is the sprawling town of Mossel Bay, and of course the lilting breeze, laden with the warm and salty ocean scent. Now that was my first impression of this lovely town.
After driving through the rustic mountains and scenic farms of Oudtshoorn, it was a totally different world out here, so laid back, softly shining with the secret glow of an eloquent interlude.
We drove straight to our hotel, Sir Edward Charles Manor, right atop one such cliff facing the great Indian Ocean. To our surprise we were upgraded to a larger room with a great view by the wonderful staff. So if you find yourself in Mossel Bay, it’s worth it, to check this place. The view and location are great but the hospitality and food are awesome.
The evening was spent admiring the sandy beaches scattered all around the town, the best yet was the pinnacle point, it’s a corner of land surrounded by ocean on two sides, the wonderful view of the great ocean and the super huge waves clashing from different directions is really an experience to behold.
The next day we took off to knysna just an hour and a half’s drive from there, it is another lovely town on the garden route. Sadly, the fires on the western Cape had affected knysna quite a bit, due to which we had to take it off of our itinerary, however we did spend a lovely afternoon there.
Knysna is never complete without trying the wonderful cuisine and sea food, especially oysters. My suggestion go for the fresh raw oysters served on a bed of ice.
Here’s some practical information about Mossel Bay
Getting There
By Road
Mossel Bay is situated along the garden route it can be easily reached though oudtshoorn in the north, George in the east and Capetown in the west via N2.
By Rail
Nearest rail head is George ( 50 kms )
By Air
Nearest airport is George (50 kms )
The best way according to me is definitely by road along the scenic garden route.
So, moving on with my story.. The last day we did all the touristy touch points Bartolomeu Dias museum complex, Point of human origins, the shark lab ( it’s a wonderful experience for kids) and finally my favorite the short trek up to Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse, it’s totally worth it.
Following day we drove to George airport a short drive ( again about half an hour ) away for our onward journey to Durban.
My takeaway from Mossel Bay, the sweet and lilting sound of the waves and the wonderful taste of fresh oysters in Knysna.
I am taking off for now and will be back soon with another story of the grand city of Durban a stately home of fun and entertainment. Full of water parks, beaches, casinos, amusement parks, wonderful food and so much more.
Leaving you with a lovely travel quote..
‘oh darling ..let’s be adventurers‘
Ciao!
– The Gypsy Gurl
What is your favorite beach holiday destination? Do let me know in the comments, I would love to hear it.❤
Oysters and lobsters are my favorite seafood. I usually go to Toronto Island beach here in Toronto. When I travel abroad, I love going to Bali where I enjoy the beach and the views so much.
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Bali is another great destination, so serene and beautiful and yes the second close for me in seafood is definitely lobster.
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This looks so amazing. I need to learn more about places I’ve never seen before so thank you.
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Thank you, South Africa is really beautiful and relatively less crowded.
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Mossel bay is beautiful. I seems like y’all really enjoyed your trip too! I like to find peaceful vacation spots to just get away from it all too.
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We certainly did, and I totally agree the idea of a holiday is to find peace
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South Africa is beautiful. My family and I have been to Capetown so many times, and I love it. The seafood is fantastic too! Been to Joberg too but not Durban. Have fun in Durban!
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Thank you since I am writing in retrospect I already went to Durban in June this year and it was wonderful and from there to Kruger, if you have not already been there, I must suggest you go to Kruger too next time, it’s the best. 😊
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Amazing pictures. As always love to read your blog. Your way of narration always make me to read your blog.
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Thank you, glad you like it 😊
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I’ve heard so much about South Africa. Never been there. Your blog posts are inspiring me to go there. I am going to put this on my list.
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You won’t be disappointed.. 😊
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I feel the same way too Vinil. Thanks for sharing The Gypsy Gurl 😀
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I´d love to visit south africa one day!! Your pics looks so gorgeous!!
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Thank you ❤
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I have never tried Oyster, but that looks good! Beautiful photos as well. 🙂
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Thank you ❤
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The beach is stunning. It looks like you and your family had a fun trip.
I love fresh shrimp and crab legs but not sure that I could do oysters. I don’t care for raw seafood.
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Yes we did, thank you 😊 and yes I agree shrimp and crabs are yummy and oysters are a bit different that way.
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What a beautiful place to visit!!! Love your photos so much!!
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Thank you 😊
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I don’t like oysters but you guys seemed to enjoy them and had a terrific vacation. I live in California so any day spent at the beach is a vacation to me.
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Oysters were a novel experience for me too,and yes I quite liked it. BTW You are blessed to be so close to the beach 😊
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Looks like a very beautiful place. The photos are very beautifully done.
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Thank you ❤
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I have heard of this place but I feel your pictures show the place from a different aspected.
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I am glad you noticed that, I guess we all have our own interpretation of each destination.😊
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I have tried oyster and it is really delicious! and this place mossel bay looks so wonderful. I hope i can get to visit here with my family too.
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You won’t be disappointed, it’s a gorgeous place 😊
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I wish I would have known about Mossel Bay when I visited Cape Town a few months ago. It seems so beautiful and peaceful!
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It’s very serene, and then there is always a next time 😊
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This mossel bay looks so great. I have tried eating oyster and I really like it’s taste.
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Yes, Mossel Bay is very pretty and oyster happens to be my personal favorite 😊
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